Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Douglas's conditions — a warm Sonoran Desert climate, somewhat milder than the Phoenix valley thanks to higher elevation, with a pronounced summer monsoon — create exactly that. A blend of historic adobe construction, mid-century block homes, and newer manufactured or stucco housing spread across larger rural parcels. Termite colonies can go undetected for years, quietly compromising structural wood the entire time.
We start with a full inspection of the foundation, crawl space, and any wood-to-soil contact points, looking for mud tubes, damaged wood, or swarmer activity. Treatment options include soil treatment around the foundation perimeter or bait-station monitoring systems that intercept foraging termites before they reach the structure. Every job includes a wood-destroying-insect inspection report.